Paradise Afshar
Paradise Afshar is an assignment editor based out of CNN's world headquarters in Atlanta and covers stories from across the country. She has a background in breaking news and general assignment reporting. Prior to joining CNN, she worked as a reporter for local news outlets. Her work has been recognized by the Society of Professional Journalists and the Associated Press.
Biography:
https://www.cnn.com/profiles/paradise-afshar
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
100%
Examples:
- Afshar reports on events across the country with neutrality.
- Paradise Afshar presents news stories without any signs of bias.
Conflicts of Interest
50%
Examples:
- Afshar does not appear to have any conflicts of interest in her reporting.
- There are no instances where Afshar's personal or professional interests seem to influence her coverage.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- In one instance, the author mentions that a teacher used the N-word in a book part but later clarifies that the word does not appear in the book.
- There are instances where Afshar reports conflicting information on specific details of events such as the number of people injured or arrested, but these discrepancies do not significantly impact the overall understanding of each story.
Deceptions
50%
Examples:
- Afshar does not consistently use deceptive practices in her reporting.
- The author uses selective reporting and sensationalism in a few instances, but these examples do not significantly impact the overall understanding of each story.
Recent Articles
Seven Dead, Twelve Injured: Two Separate Shooting Incidents Rock Birmingham on July 13, 2024
Broke On: Saturday, 13 July 2024In a devastating night for Birmingham, Alabama on July 13, 2024, seven people were killed and twelve others injured in two separate shootings. The first incident claimed the lives of an adult male, an adult female, and a young child in Echo Highlands neighborhood. Three hours later, outside a North Birmingham nightclub on 27th Street North, four more lives were lost and nine others were injured. Police are investigating both incidents and asking for public help as Birmingham grapples with a surge in violence, reporting 89 homicides this year compared to last year's 74. 
Lifeguard and Professional Surfer Tamayo Perry Dies in Shark Attack off Oahu's North Shore
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024On June 23, 2024, beloved lifeguard and professional surfer Tamayo Perry died from apparent shark bites while surfing near Goat Island on Oahu's North Shore. Known for his infectious personality and dedication to water safety, Perry began his career with the Honolulu Ocean Safety department in 2016 and was a professional surfer, having appeared in movies such as. 
California Wildfires: Post Fire in Los Angeles County Burns 14,625 Acres, Evacuations Ordered as Two Fires Rage On
Broke On: Sunday, 16 June 2024Wildfires, including the 14,625-acre Post Fire in Los Angeles County and Point Fire in Sonoma County, have forced evacuations and destroyed structures across California since the weekend. The fires are rapidly spreading due to hot winds and low humidity. Over 1,200 people have been evacuated from Hungry Valley Park and Pyramid Lake areas due to the Post Fire's threat to structures. Both causes remain under investigation as firefighters work tirelessly to contain the blazes. 
Two Killed, Multiple Injured in Shooting at Round Rock's Old Settlers Park During Juneteenth Celebration
Broke On: Sunday, 16 June 2024During Round Rock, Texas's Juneteenth celebration at Old Settlers Park on Saturday night, a shooting broke out between two groups, leaving at least two people dead and multiple others injured. The shooter or shooters remain at large as the Round Rock Police Department investigates the ongoing incident. The park is closed for Father's Day activities on Sunday while authorities continue their search. 
Teacher on Leave for Mock Slave Auction and Use of Racial Slur in Massachusetts Classroom
Broke On: Monday, 24 April 2023A Massachusetts fifth-grade teacher faces leave following reports of mock slave auction and racial slurs use during lessons in January and April 2023. The incidents involved students of color being discussed during the mock auction and the teacher's usage of the N-word from a book. Both incidents were reported on April 24, with no names released as investigations continue. 
Two Killed, Six Injured in Mass Shooting at Unpermitted Memphis Block Party: Police Search for Suspects
Broke On: Sunday, 21 April 2024Two people were killed and at least six others injured in a mass shooting during an unpermitted block party in Memphis, Tennessee on Saturday night. At least two individuals opened fire, leaving three victims critical and another discharged from the hospital. Police are urging for information to identify the suspects as the investigation continues. This tragic event marks another instance of gun violence in a city that has seen over 115 mass shootings in the US this year. 
Tragic Drowning Incident in Maine: Town Manager and Wife Rescued, Son Left Alone
Broke On: Tuesday, 30 January 2024Kevin Howell, the town manager of Carmel in Maine, and his wife Katie drowned on Friday after falling through a frozen pond. Kevin was able to get his son out of the water but also fell into the ice himself. Detective Jordan Norton from Penobscot County Sheriff's Office rescued Katie and pulled her out safely while a team of divers found Kevin's body in the pond. 
The Tragic Shooting of Ten-Year Old Keith Frierson in California
Broke On: Wednesday, 03 January 2024On Saturday, January 2nd, a tragic shooting occurred in Foothill Farms, California. A 10-year-old boy named Keith Frierson was shot and killed by another child who found his father's gun. 
Four Dead in Devastating House Explosions in Michigan
Broke On: Sunday, 31 December 2023On Saturday, a devastating house explosion occurred in Northfield Township, Michigan, killing four people and injuring two others. The explosion happened around 4 p.m. at a residence on Winter Lane, a private road just west of Whitmore Lake. Three people were found dead at the scene and three others were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. One person who died in the hospital was injured in the explosion. The cause of the explosion is still unknown and the investigation will continue for several days. Another house explosion occurred in Washtenaw County, approximately 10 miles north of Ann Arbor, around 3:50 p.m. on Saturday. Three people were found dead at the scene and three others were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. One person died of injuries sustained in the explosion. The cause of the explosion is under investigation and could take several days. A house explosion also occurred in Whitmore Lake, Mich., near Northfield Township, about 8 miles from Ann Arbor, on Saturday afternoon. Three people who died were found at the scene of the explosion, and two others were hospitalized. The cause of the explosion remains under investigation. 
One Dead, Three Injured in Christmas Eve Shooting at Colorado Springs Mall
Broke On: Monday, 25 December 2023On Christmas Eve, a shooting at Citadel Mall in Colorado Springs, Colorado left one man dead and three others injured. The shooting was the result of a fight between two groups of people. Two men were transported to hospitals with gunshot wounds while a woman was also injured. Multiple people were detained by police as they investigate the incident. This is the second time in two days that gunshots rang out at a shopping center in the US as people tried to wrap up their holiday shopping. The mall has been cleared and closed, and several people have been detained.